What's in the gardens

Roam across our wild botanic garden full of diverse plants from around the globe and home to the Millennium Seed Bank.

Attractions A - Z

  • Drone view of Loder Valley in a frosty winter morning, Visual Air © RBG Kew

    Loder Valley Nature Reserve

    Get closer to wildlife by embarking on a new wild woodland walk in the Loder Valley Nature Reserve, home to a wide range of plant species and native wildlife.
  • A reflective pond surrounded by colourful plants

    Mansion Pond

    A perfect spot in the heart of the gardens to rest and reflect.
  • Millennium Seed Bank at Wakehurst
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    Millennium Seed Bank

    As we celebrate 25 years of seed banking, learn how we use our collections to combat biodiversity loss and climate change through scientific research while restoring habitats with our global partners.
  • Person walking through a wicker tunnel

    Pearcelands Wood

    Where tranquillity and ancient woodland magic intertwine.
  • Tall pine trees in dappled light

    Pinetum

    Escape into a secluded grove of conifers to discover their ancient presence in landscapes across the world.
  • A garden filled with wildflowers

    Pollination Garden

    Discover the key role of bees and other pollinators in our ecosystems at Wakehurst's pollinator-friendly area.
  • Rock Walk, Wakehurst

    Rock Walk

    Venture along the Rock Walk to witness the sublime beauty of this ancient terrain.
  • Another view of the Southern Hemisphere Garden at Wakehurst

    Southern Hemisphere Garden

    Explore rare and wonderful plants from the Southern Hemisphere in this unique landscape made up of wild-collected plants.
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    The Mansion

    Wakehurst's wild landscape radiates out from our stunning Grade I listed Elizabethan Mansion, entrusted to us by the National Trust, which was once home to our globally significant seed bank.
  • Pink magnolia blossoms in front of a river and pathway

    The Slips and Black Pond

    Explore the boardwalks to discover aquatic plants on the way to our serene pond.
  • A family play on a set of logs in a forest

    Tree Trunk Trek

    An imaginative woodland adventure for children among Wakehurst's majestic trees.
  • Colourful flowers in the Walled Garden at Wakehurst in summer

    Walled Garden

    Our most traditionally planted garden is a secluded and intimate place to spend time among bright and bold flowers.
Flowering plants and grasses in the American Prairie at Wakehurst

Our plants

Our extraordinary living collection of exotic trees and woodland plants spans over 500 acres.

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